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Studying When can I start research as a PhD in HEP?
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Schools Particle Physics PhD: Find a School & Make an Application
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Testing Should I CLEP Out of General Chemistry to Take Astrophysics?
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Would going to Spain to study physics be a good idea?
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Schools Can I Get Into Caltech? | Tips From a 13-Year-Old
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Courses What's the most appropriate path?
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Admissions GRE & Admissions: Does Quant Score Matter?
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Why is math so hard? Can anyone truly understand it?
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Studying I graduated some time ago, it was a mess
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Programs Electronics engineering vs material science engineering?
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Other Why Can't I Understand Advanced Math in Physics?
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Courses Is There any Coding Bootcamp Worth it?
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Dispute Resolution with Professor
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Schools Need An Idea for a Brain Project....
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Courses Which Optional Maths Modules Are Crucial for Experimental Physics?
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Is this a good plan to pursue astrophysics?
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Does the school you attend really matter? (Undergrad)
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Courses Partial Differential Equations vs Classical Mechanics 2?
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Can I Pursue a PG in Computational Physics After a B.Sc. in Physics?
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Schools Does a University's Global Ranking Affect Job Prospects and Salary?
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Schools Top Graduate Schools for Quantum Information and Computing
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Studying Can I solve research problems with only BS in Mathematics?
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Courses What courses to take to prepare for MS in Electrical Engineering?
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How can I be a successful engineering student ?
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Admissions Difference between my PGRE score and 900+ scores
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Programs Roadmap for Bachelors Degree in Physics
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Schools Need Help: Calc, GPA, and Grad School.
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Programs Should I major in Secondary Education Physics or English?
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Schools Waterloo or UofT for physics? (Both Ontario Universities)
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Programs Deciding on a PhD, considering Nuclear Physics
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Learn MNCP as a Nuclear Engineering Student: Online Courses?
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Schools Resources to study surface tension
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For which level are these Open Yale Courses taught?
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Other What Are the Research Topics in Statistical Physics Applied to Biology?
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Studying Can a background in applied math prepare me for a PhD in physics?
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Studying GCSE Best Websites/Subscriptions?
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Studying Differential equations with complex functions?
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I feel like a ship without a rudder
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What is the basic math to understand particle physics?
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Other Choosing fundamental journals or conferences
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Programs Physics or Astronomy major for becoming an astronomer?
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Other Doing a Remote PhD: US Citizen in Seattle
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Studying Funding PhD Research: Personal Experiences
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Schools Struggling with first year college (maths/physics)
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Where to Find the Best Quantum Mechanics Resources?
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Admissions What Graduate Programs Should I Apply to?
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Insights Why Study Physics? A Bit Goes a Long Way - Comments
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Schools Which US schools can I hope to be admitted to for a PhD?
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ENG/SCI UOFT With AS Level Grades
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Studying Difficulty of other topics in physics
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Courses Is the 3-2 engineering program right for me?
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Programs Help in choosing one Engineering Major along Physics Major.
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Schools Seeking Advice for Where to Apply to University in Ontario
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Other Choosing to be an academic in physics
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Programs Choosing a Master's degree in Physics
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Studying Why Am I Struggling with Polynomials and Rational Expressions in Algebra II?
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How would one prepare for mathematical physics?
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Schools Research Topic for Science High School Freshman in Physics
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Schools What university should I choose (Germany)
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Studying Take module on Quantum Computing or Stochastic Mechanics?
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Programs Which engineering major should I choose: EE or ME?
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Other Should I research outside of my school?
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Programs Weapons Engineering: best minors for tank designing
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Programs Nuke Minor: Can I Work at NPP w/ Math Degree?
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Programs Double major in physics and math vs physics degree?
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Programs Find Summer Programs in Applied Physics: Undergraduate Opportunities
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Programs 2nd year student can't decide between engineering and physics
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Courses Which subject is easier to pick up? (Undergraduate maths)
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What Exactly Do I Need To Study (Chemistry)
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String Theory and Theoretical vs. Mathematical Physics
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Schools Is It Better to Take Grade 12 Physics in High School or Wait Until University?
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Other What GPA is this percentage equivalent to?
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Studying What Are the Best Books to Learn Physics?
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Admissions Put down Multiple Research interests in application?
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Computational Cosmology: Undergrad Physics Student Guide
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Programs Starting a Nuclear Program, trying to get the news out.
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MSc Physics: Should My Sister Take an Entrance Exam?
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Courses Are these A-level options suitable for pursuing medicine at Cambridge?
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How Can I Deepen My Understanding of Calculus for Mechanical Engineering?
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Admissions Should Community Service Unrelated to My Graduate Program be Included on My CV?
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Pursuing a Physics Dream: Taking Classes in Physics/Chemistry
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Guidance please....How to learn more about Physics
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Studying Would it be possible to get a mentor?
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Is it Safe to Take Online Calculus Courses from For-Profit Schools?
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What is the scope of analytical research in astrophysics?
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Studying Should I expect myself to "know everything"?
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Programs Are there alternative paths to studying physics without a science background?
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Programs Transferring to UCLA for Physics: Advice Needed
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Becoming a mathematician - I am so depressed
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Admissions Gradschool App: Cover Letter Needed for CV?
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Testing What are the best online resources for AP Physics C?
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Courses Discrete Structures or Probability and Statistics Engineers
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Admissions Supervisor student relationship
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Teen Struggling to Become a Theoretical Physicist?
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Programs Which minor is better for a physics major: C.S. or math?
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Schools Is the university of toronto as hard as they say it is?
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Studying How to strenghten your preparation?
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Courses What Math Course is Best Paired with Linear Algebra?
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Admissions Mechanical Engineering Personal Statement: Get Help Here
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Studying What is the best way to learn calculus?
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